Low-Level Recording − This records the exact co-ordinates of the objects independent of the fact whether UFT recognizes the object or NOT. Normal Recording − This is the default Recording mode that records the objects and the operations performed on the application under test.Īnalog Recording − This records not only the keyboard actions but also the mouse movements relative to the screen or the application window. It can be used for recording both mouse movements and keyboard inputs. Used to create a test a basic functionality of an application or feature that does not require long-term maintenance. It is used as the preliminary investigation method to verify if UFT can support the technology/application. Step 8 − The result window is opened, by default, which exactly shows the timestamp of execution, pass and failed steps. The Script replays and the result is displayed. Step 7 − Now playback the script by clicking the playback button. You will notice that the script is generated as shown below −
After completion of the action, click the "Stop" button in the record panel. Click the "Numbers" link under "Algebra" and key in a number and hit "Calculate". The Internet Explorer opens automatically with the web address as per the settings. For Example, here, we will record a Web Based Application ().
Step 5 − The Record and Run Settings dialog box opens and based on the type of application, one can select Web, Java, or Windows Applications. Step 4 − Click the "Record" Menu and select "Record and Run Settings" as shown below − Now, click the "Action1" tab, which is created with 1 action by default. Step 3 − Once a New test is created, the new test screen opens as shown below. Select "GUI Test", give a name for the test and the location where it needs to be saved. Step 2 − Clicking "New" Link, a new test window opens and the user needs to select the test type. Step 1 − Click "New" test from the Start Page as shown below − Steps for Record and Playback are as follows − Record and Playback can give us the first impression of the tool, whether it can support the technology or not, if the initial settings are done correctly.
Recording a test corresponds to recording the user actions of the application under test so that UFT automatically generates the scripts that can be played back.